Maras and Moray Half-Day Tour

half-day tour to maras & moray from cusco

moray and maras salt pools half day tour

tour moray and salt mines of maras in half day cusco

Maras and Moray Half-Day Tour

The Maras and Moray Tour will provide you with an introduction to the Inca civilization. This tour will take you to two of the main sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas: the Maras Salt Mines and the agricultural terraces of Moray.

The Maras Salt Mines have been in use since pre-Inca times. Local residents continue to practice the traditional extraction method. The site is home to more than a thousand geometrically shaped pools that receive water from a natural spring and wait for it to evaporate. Once the water has evaporated, salt crystals remain and are collected by hand.

Moray was an important agricultural center for the Incas. Its circular terraces feature different temperatures at each level. The Incas experimented with various crops here. Thanks to this, Peru currently produces more than 800 varieties of potatoes and more than five different types of corn.

This is one of the must-do experiences in Cusco. You can complement your experience in Maras and Moray with our biking or ATV tours.

We operate the Maras and Moray Tour in both small groups and private service. Contact us to plan your private experience.

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Tour Details

Duration

Half Day

Tour Type

Adventure

Difficulty

Easy

Departure & Return

Cusco

Start Time

8:30 am

Group Size

12 people

Detailed Itinerary

Maras and Moray Half-Day Tour

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 08:30 a.m. and travel in our private transportation to Maras. Upon arrival, our expert local guide will provide a detailed tour of the site and explain the traditional salt extraction process.

Due to government regulations, visitors have restricted access to the salt pools to prevent contamination. However, you will be able to enjoy a beautiful panoramic view from the nearby viewpoint.

We will then continue to Moray, an important complex of agricultural terraces. These circular terraces played a fundamental role in the Inca civilization. Our local guide will show you each sector of the complex and explain the significance of every site.

At the end of this half-day excursion, we will begin the journey back to Cusco.

Inclusions

What's included

Round-trip transportation.
Bilingual local guide.

What's not included

Entrance fee to Maras: 10 soles.
Entrance fee to Moray: 70 soles (Partial Ticket) or 130 soles (Full Ticket).
Personal expenses.
Meals.

Packing List

We recommend bringing the following items to ensure you have a comfortable time on your tour of Maras and Moray.

Reusable water bottle.
Sunscreen.
Cash.
Passport or ID.
Snacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Solve the most common questions about the Maras and Moray Half-Day Tour and get ready to discover two of the most important sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Can I walk among the salt pools of Maras?

No. Due to government regulations, visitors have restricted access to the salt pools to prevent contamination. However, you can enjoy excellent views of the site from the nearby viewpoint.

What will I learn during the visit to the Maras Salt Mines?

Why was Moray important to the Incas?

Are the entrance tickets to Maras and Moray included in the tour?

Do I need to bring cash during the tour?

Is this tour operated in groups or privately?

What documents should I bring to participate in the tour?

Can I combine this experience with another activity?

Starting at

$28per person

4.9

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